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how to work summer pieces into fall

June 19th, 2008 · posted by Jean Vouté Pratt in $ $$ Beirn Loeffler Randall Monica Vinader T-Bags accessories belts bracelets clothing coats dresses earrings handbags jewelry shoes

It’s simply not realistic for all of us to have four seasons of clothing. So, we’re going to show you how to make a piece multi-seasonal. We all have our favorite “go-to” jersey dress for Summer. It feels light and airy on a hot humid day. In the summer you’re wearing it with bamboo bracelets, gladiator sandals, and a shot of turquoise in a Beirn bag. To make that dress work into the fall, put it with leggings or skinny jeans and a pair of tall boots. On cooler days, pop on a leather bomber jacket. Make a Fall statement by keeping the details in darker colors like an aubergine belt and handbag. Voila! You’ll get another couple of months out of one dress.

items in this observation:

Summer:

  • Beirn turquoise “Jenna” bag @ shop clothesline
  • T-Bags V-neck jersey dress @ Net-a-Porter
  • wood and shell bangles @ Topshop
  • FARO flat hoop sandal @ Topshop


  • Fall:

  • Monica Vinader Circle hammer earrings
  • Be & D Garbo mini shoulder bag
  • Nikki Jaggs Marie tie belt in aubergine @ revolve clothing
  • pocket hooded jacket ! Topshop
  • Loeffler Randall Carine suede boot @ Singer 22

  • sale items that translate beautifully into fall

    June 17th, 2008 · posted by Jean Vouté Pratt in $ $$ $$$ Diane Von Furstenberg Fendi Kenneth Jay Lane MARC by Marc Jacobs Madison Marcus Monica Vinader Patricia Underwood accessories bracelets clothing dresses earrings handbags hats shoes

    If you have it in you to brave the stores at sale time, there can be some great finds. However, you’re best bet for finding pieces that work right through Fall is on the web. You can easily pull together a look with designer pieces that will not break the bank. The key is to look for more classic pieces (not boring pieces), not ones that scream last year’s trend. The idea is to keep the dress simple yet sophisticated. The boots should be classy with modern detail. The bag should work with it all and accessories are the place to have fun. Go for it with a leather jacket in a color like red or tan. Pop on some bangles, earrings, and a playful hat. The look is sleek, with a vintage feel, sexy, with classic grounded pieces. The best part about it all, is that you’re left with articles of clothing that you can work into your wardrobe without hesitation. Happy hunting ladies!

    sale items in this observation:

  • Patricia Underwood ribbon crochet beret @ Intermix
  • Monica Vinader Circle hammer earrings @ Net-a-Porter
  • MARC by Marc Jacobs JJ leather bowling bag @ Net-a-Porter
  • Diane von Furstenberg Baker jersey dress @ Net-a-Porter
  • Fendi patent leather boots @ eLuxury
  • Kenneth Jay Lane Leopard print bracelet @ Saks
  • Madison Marcus putty leather jacket @ Singer 22